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Assault in Clarksville, Tennessee (2026)

280.4 per 100K · 5% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Clarksville has a assault rate of 280.4 per 100K, which is 5% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 357 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Clarksville, Tennessee is 280.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Clarksville's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Clarksville vs State and National Averages

Clarksville
280.4
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Assault in Clarksville

1 in 357

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Clarksville in a given year, based on the rate of 280.4 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Clarksville

C+
Violent Crime363.1/100K · 0% below avg
C+
Property Crime2237.4/100K · 22% above avg
C+
Murder6.3/100K · 11% above avg
B-
Robbery59.1/100K · 7% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Chattanooga
C+
287.1
Knoxville
B-
258.7
Murfreesboro
B-
226.6
Franklin
C
409.8
Johnson City
C+
300.1
Jackson
B-
239.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Clarksville

How bad is assault in Clarksville?
As of 2026, Clarksville's assault rate of 280.4 per 100K is 5% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Clarksville?
As of 2026, 280.4 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Clarksville?
Overall crime trends in Clarksville have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Clarksville's assault compare to Tennessee?
Clarksville's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 280.4 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Clarksville?
Based on the rate of 280.4 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 357 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Clarksville safe from assault?
Clarksville is about average for assault. The rate of 280.4 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Clarksville safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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